Effortlessly Enhance Your Photos with Pixlr's Auto-Retouch Tool

Don't you just hate it when pictures come out a little too light or too dark or just aren't at the right temperature? Well fret not, because Pixlr has the perfect solution to retouch all your photos.

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Photo adjusting with Pixlr has never been easier

Pixlr simplifies photo editing by grouping all retouch tools under one easy to find tab: Adjustment. Explore the auto adjusting tools or customize specific components like 'Brightness', 'Temperature' and more.

How to retouch photos with Pixlr?

Step #1

Begin by visiting the Pixlr website and selecting the "Pixlr Editor" option. This will open the web-based photo editing interface where you can access a wide range of tools, including the Auto-Retouch tool.

Step #2

To edit your photo, click on the "Open Image" button located on the left side of the interface, and then browse your computer or device to select the image you want to retouch. You can also drag and drop the image file into the editor.

Step #3

On the right side of the editor, find the "Adjustment" tab, which houses various image adjustment options. Within this tab, locate and select the "Auto-Retouch" tool to initiate the automatic retouching process.

Step #4

Use the sliders within the Auto-Retouch panel to adjust the intensity of the retouching effect. You can control elements like blemish removal, skin smoothing, and eye enhancement to achieve the desired outcome for your image.

Step #5

Once you are satisfied with the results, click the "Apply" button to finalize the changes. To save your retouched image, go to "File" in the top menu, and choose "Save." Select the desired file format and quality, then click "Save" again to download the edited image.

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Get spooky with Pixlr's Adjustment tools.

"Figuring out how to make normal pictures look scary? It's easier than you think. Just use 'Threshold', 'Posterize', 'Desaturate', 'Invert' and 'Solarize' to create some unsettling images. Try them out to see what you get."

Black and white photos for black and white vibes with Pixlr

The easiest way to make any colored photo look like its from the 1940s is to use 'Monochrome' which can be found in 'Adjustment'. Add a 'Vignette' to your photo to really sell the 40s vibe.

Tinted photos for your colorful side.

Tinted photos make a great series if you're looking to create a collection. Playing with 'Temperature & tint' allows for certain colors to be highlighted or made more prominent in the picture.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have a Question?

How do I make my image lighter/brighter? "To increase the brightness of an image, there are four ways you can do so: 1. By selecting 'Brightness & contrast' and moving the slider to the right, just for 'Brightness'. 2. By selecting 'Hue & saturation' and moving the slider to the right, just for 'Lightness'. 3. By selecting 'Highlights & shadows' and moving the slider to the right for both 'Highlights' and 'Shadows'. 4. By selecting 'Exposure' and moving the slider to the right."
What if I wanted to adjust just one area and not the whole image? "The 'Dodge/Burn' tool is the most effective way to do spot adjustments when it comes to lightening or darkening specific areas. Simply select the tool from the tool bar and click over the desired to be lightened or darkened."
How do I fix the grey undertones in my picture? "Grey undertones are a sign desaturation of color in any image. To easily counter that, there are two methods with Pixlr. 1. By selecting 'Brightness & contrast' and moving the slider to the right, just for 'Contrast'. 2. By selecting 'Vibrance' and moving the slider to the right. Alternatively, you may explore all the 'Adjustment' options to play around with retouching colors."
There's an object in my picture that I want to remove, how could I do so? "The 'Heal' tool is the best tool to remove any blemishes or unwanted objects when retouching photos. Simply select 'Heal' from the tool bar and adjust the size if needed from the top bar before retouching the blemishes. For finer results, choose the smaller spot sizes and work slowly around the blemish, especially if the surrounding area has multiple other elements that may clutter the spot."
What file types does Pixlr's Auto-retouch tool support? "Pixlr's Auto-retouch tool supports all common image file types, including JPEG, PNG, and TIFF. "
Can I undo the changes made by Pixlr's Auto-retouch tool? "Yes, you can undo the changes made by Pixlr's Auto-retouch tool by clicking the ""Undo"" button in the toolbar. "
Can I adjust the settings of Pixlr's Auto-retouch tool for different skin tones? "Yes, you can adjust the settings of Pixlr's Auto-retouch tool for different skin tones to achieve natural-looking results. "
Can I use Pixlr's Auto-retouch tool to add makeup to an image? No, Pixlr's Auto-retouch tool is designed to correct common issues in an image and cannot be used to add makeup.
Can I use Pixlr's Auto-retouch tool to correct other issues besides skin blemishes and wrinkles? Yes, Pixlr's Auto-retouch tool can correct other issues such as red-eye and under
Does Pixlr's Auto-retouch tool work on black and white images? Yes, Pixlr's Auto-retouch tool works on both color and black and white images.